Voxana is shaped by its institutions as much as its geography. The organizations described in this chapter represent the major forces operating across both continents and the Sea of Lament—from the scholars who safeguard ancient knowledge to the criminals who exploit the gaps in civilization’s reach. Some are public, some are secret, and some exist in the uncomfortable space between the two.

This chapter is organized by function: guardians of knowledge, military and law enforcement, the adventuring guild, arcane and religious orders, trade and craft guilds, the criminal underworld, and the antagonist factions that threaten the world. Each entry describes the organization’s purpose, structure, reach, and—where relevant—its secrets.